Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak launched the New Proton Perdana based on 8th gen Honda Accord as the official government car on Wednesday, at a ceremony in Putrajaya. The new version of the Proton Perdana comes in two variants, the Perdana 2.0 L and 2.4 L, with improved security features and comfort. Two special edition units of the car were brought out for Najib and Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. At the event, Najib received his official car bearing the registration number W 11 N. Several Cabinet ministers and Proton executive chairman Tan Sri Mohd Khamil Jamil were present at the event. The first generation Proton Perdana is a four-door mid-size saloon manufactured by Malaysian automobile producer Proton which launched on 26 January 1995. It is a badge engineered seventh generation Mitsubishi Eterna, developed as the result of a collaboration between Proton and Mitsubishi Motors. About 80,000 first generation Proton Perdanas were sold between 1995 and 2010. Proton Perdana (First generation) Later, at a press conference, Mohd Khamil said Proton Holdings Berhad, a wholly-owned subsidiary of DRB-Hicom, had delivered the first batch of 200 units to the Government. He said a total of 3,000 units would be delivered on a staggered basis over the space of two years to replace the existing fleet of Proton Perdanas. “For the moment, the new Proton Perdana will be used only as the official car of the government. It will not be sold to the public. Proton has received requests from the state governments and statutory bodies to make the switch as well, but this is subject to approval,” he said. Mohd Khamil said the new Proton Perdana was part of the development programme undertaken by Proton with its collaborative partner, Honda of Japan. “We are truly grateful to our Prime Minister and the Malaysian government for keeping their faith in Proton and for giving us the opportunity once again to be the provider of the official government vehicle,” he said. Mohd Khamil said the Perdana replacement model came under the first phase of Proton’s plan to develop a new D-segment (large family) car. He said Proton had began the second phase of the programme which involved further development of the D-Segment model under a platform-sharing initiative with Honda, with a completely new interior design and exterior changes. “It...

Proton Suprima S hatchback launched by Proton on 17th August, at the Matrade Exhibition and Convention Centre. The Proton Suprima S – is derived from the English root word ‘supreme’ – unveiled 16 months after the launch of Proton Preve. It’s known to many as Proton Preve hatchback. The all-new 2013 Proton Suprima S hatchback enters the market in two different variants. The price range for the Proton Suprima S Executive variant is from RM76,338, while the Protong Suprima S Premium variant is from RM79,638. Proton Suprima S TVC The new Proton Suprima S was unveiled at the Matrade Exhibition and Convention Centre by Proton group advisor, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, who was accompanied by Proton executive chairman Tan Sri Mohd Khamil Jamil and Proton deputy chief executive officer Datuk Lukman Ibrahim. The Proton Suprima S Premium variant offers features new to Proton models, such as the Proton Infotainment with an Android-based operating system, rear LED guide lights, Hill-Hold assist, and Park Assist with front parking sensors. The system offers WiFi connectivity off a mobile phone or portable hotspot, allowing Internet on the go, though for safety reasons the DVD player and WiFi-based browsing can only be accessed when the handbrake is engaged! The Proton Suprima S is powered by Proton’s 1.6L Turbo engine, produces 140 PS at 5000rpm, with a maximum torque of 205Nm from 2000 to 4000rpm. The Proton Suprima S is packed with various safety solutions to keep occupants well protected should lady luck run out. Both Suprima S variants are equipped with six airbags (front, side, curtain) It is available for sale now at all Proton authorized showrooms nationwide. Visit your nearest showroom to test drive Proton Suprima S. How much is the Proton Suprima S Hatchback? The price for the Proton Suprima S Executive (Solid): RM76,338 The price for the Proton Suprima S Executive (Metallic): RM76,688 The price for the Proton Suprima S Premium (Solid): RM79,638 The price for the Proton Suprima S Premium (Metallic): RM79,988 Both variants come with a five-year warranty and five-year free road assist programme. Proton Suprima S Hatchback Specs: Engine: 1.6-litre Turbo Transmission: Seven-speed ProTronic CVT Power: 138hp, 205Nm of torque Performance: 0-100km/h in 9.9s, top speed: 190km/h Fuel consumption: 9.1l/100km Safety Features: Anti-trap power windows, six airbags, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESC (Electronic Stability Control) with Traction...

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak launched the New Proton Perdana based on 8th gen Honda Accord as the official government car on Wednesday, at a ceremony in Putrajaya. The new version of the Proton Perdana comes in two variants, the Perdana 2.0 L and 2.4 L, with improved security features and comfort. Two special edition units of the car were brought out for Najib and Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. At the...

Proton Suprima S hatchback launched by Proton on 17th August, at the Matrade Exhibition and Convention Centre. The Proton Suprima S – is derived from the English root word ‘supreme’ – unveiled 16 months after the launch of Proton Preve. It’s known to many as Proton Preve hatchback. The all-new 2013 Proton Suprima S hatchback enters the market in two different variants. The price range for the Proton Suprima S Executive variant...

The wait is over. National car maker Proton has officially introduced its latest addition to the fold with the arrival of the Prevé. Proton has revealed the name of its latest model as Proton Preve (pronounced ‘prae-veh’) not as “PREVERT” as many people claimed in Facebook. LOLz. Hard to pronounce but please pronounce it correctly ya! Proton Prevé vs KIA Forte. Does the new Proton Prevé design a bit looks like...

The Proton Exora is a Compact MPV produced by Malaysia car manufacturer Proton. It is a new model from Proton based on a new chassis. The development of this MPV starts from scratch and it will be the first Malaysian-designed MPV. The roof’s rear section does not have a slope to increase space for the third row. After so long, Malaysia finally have own MPV at low price. The new Proton Exora – a 1.6 liter automatic high-line and...

Which do you prefer ? Proton Persona (Proton Gen2 Sedan) or Proton Gen2 ? Before the Persona was launch, it has alot of creative way of promoting this newly launch car … It had ads of the car shape but without reveal much … It had put the Persona in front of Damansara Cineleisure where the whole car was covered with box but you can peep thru some of the small hole … The new Proton Persona comes in 5 variants: *...